The Cichlid: An Owner'S Guide to a Happy Healthy Fish

by Mary E. Sweeney

Overview

Cichlids are often described as "fish with personality." A favorite of many hobbyists, members of this family include the ubiquitous Angelfish, the colorful Firemouth Cichlid, and the much sought-after Discus and Oscar. Cichlids includes tips on caring for, breeding, and setting up and maintaining a tank. It also presents a thorough overview of the many varieties of Cichlids. It is the perfect resource for the beginner hobbyist, but it is also an essential addition to the library of any expert breeder or keeper.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780470370957
Publisher:	Turner Publishing Company
Publication date:	05/05/2008
Series:	Happy Healthy Pet , #77
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	128
File size:	9 MB

About the Author

MARY E. SWEENEY has been keeping fish for years and frequently lectures about the hobby. She is the author of many books on fish keeping. This is her third cichlid title.

Table of Contents

PART ONE: Welcome to the World of the Cichlid.

1. What Is a Cichlid?

2. Cichlid Behavior in the Aquarium.

PART TWO: Cichlids in the Home.

3. Setting Up the Cichlid Aquarium.

4. Aquarium Care and Maintenance.

5. Selecting Cichlids.

6. Feeding Cichlids.

7. Cichlid Health.

PART THREE: Kinds of Cichlids.

8. Dwarf Cichlids.

9. Old World Cichlids.

10. New World Cichlids.

PART FOUR: Beyond the Basics.

11. Resources for the Aquarist.